headlong meaning and definition

HEADLONG adjective

Definition of headlong (adjective)

1. excessively quick
   • "made a hasty exit"; "a headlong rush to sell"
   • synonyms: hasty
2. with the head foremost
   • "a headfirst plunge down the stairs"; "a headlong dive into the pool"
   • synonyms: headfirst

HEADLONG adverb

Definition of headlong (adverb)

1. with the head foremost
   • "the runner slid headlong into third base"
   • synonyms: headfirst
2. at breakneck speed
   • "burst headlong through the gate"
   • synonyms: precipitately
3. in a hasty and foolhardy manner
   • "he fell headlong in love with his cousin"
   • synonyms: rashly